To comb or not to comb that is the question! Well for me and those who know my hair practices then the answer is obvious but for those who haven’t let me just say the comb has become a distant memory…….comb what, comb who? All jokes aside for my hair I feel finger detangling on dry hair has become a necessity not an option at this stage in the hair game.

Type 4 hair is the most fragile of all hair types because as I always state at every curling point along the strand is a potential point of breakage and the more curlier the hair the more potential points of breakage. Us curlies also have to factor in (I know, I know everyone as if the potential points of breakage were not enough) the difficulty sebum from our sebaceous glands has in disposing along our strands due to the curly destination it has to take. Let me rewind, you might be thinking the sebum from the sebaceous WHAT? When I first heard of sebaceous glands to be honest I thought it sounded like it belonged on some type of fish but they are actually microscopic glands on the scalp that produce an oily substance called sebum which lubricates the skin and hair therefore because of our curls sebum has difficulty in traveling down our strands and this leaves us with results of drier hair for lack of natural oils.

I know through personal experience I have seen a huge improvement in density, length and health of my hair due to finger detangling. I’m not here to delude you finger detangling does add more time to your detangling sessions and I know this is not what most people want to hear but sometimes more work is required to reach your personal hair goals. Do not let another individual’s regimen dictate what you need to or want to do because you may have a similar hair type but like fingerprints no two heads of hair are exactly the same for it can differ in density, strand width, length and the time and care in how you manage your strands so keep this in mind when you see someone who has a similar hair type as you, they should only be used as guide not as the holy grail.

Fingers also literally can feel more tangles that you may be able to detangle that a comb sometimes will not pick up until it is too late and SNAP your strand just broke. Now I tried finger detangling years ago and it was an epic fail and this was only because I was not properly and thoroughly taking the time to completely detangle my hair and the results was patches of dreads in some areas of my hair which eventually I had to cut but now I have mastered this method so well I can take a section of finger detangled hair and run a fine tooth comb clean through (I would never suggest a fine tooth comb ya’ll, just making an emphasize). If you have never tried finger detangling and want to give it a shot here is what I would suggest. After you have finger detangled a small section of your hair in which you think you have removed all the tangles use a wide tooth comb to run through that section this way you can test your work. The more times you use this method the more you will be able to have a true sense of when your hair is completely detangled.

Finger detangling definitely has my vote but time is a big factor for almost everyone so this can be one of the main reasons besides personal preference why many curlies prefer shorter tresses. Straight up longer hair equals more work and time but finger detangling can change the life of your hair and with practice you too can learn to become a master at this method and reap the benefits.

I used to be a fan of the wide tooth comb, or ANY comb for that matter. As my hair grew a little suhmn suhmthin’. I noticed that even slappin’ my V05 or any thick conditioner with some slip was too much for my strands at times. Finger Detangling-depending on length, is time consuming but I’d rather go 2 weeks before each thorough detangle (I call it seek and destroy) then use a 9-12 dollar tangle teezer/denman and all that other shit. I personally, acquire the same results if not better when I used my good ol’ Phalanges. It boils down to taste and whether or not the person wants a quick fix. Don’t ask me what I think though (MARKETING SCAM) te he!

Hey Dinas

so no to the Deman Brush? Good to know– everyone raves about it

Cipriana

Hey Dina, you know I have heard rave opinions about the Deman Brush as well but for my hair the Deman brush is a disaster but this does not mean it doesn’t work well for others!

http://twitter.com/foxyrou R L Bonnet

I also heard the Tangle Teezer can cause split-ends. I don’t think anyone wants that problem.

http://twitter.com/tanishasings Tanisha Renée

it does.. I have it and I had to cut like 3 inches off… I knew it was too good to be true

http://profiles.google.com/saraibewildered Sarah Dorsey

I used to be a fan of the wide tooth comb, or ANY comb for that matter. As my hair grew a little suhmn suhmthin’. I noticed that even slappin’ my V05 or any thick conditioner with some slip was too much for my strands at times. Finger Detangling-depending on length, is time consuming but I’d rather go 2 weeks before each thorough detangle (I call it seek and destroy) then use a 9-12 dollar tangle teezer/denman and all that other shit. I personally, acquire the same results if not better when I used my good ol’ Phalanges. It boils down to taste and whether or not the person wants a quick fix. Don’t ask me what I think though (MARKETING SCAM) te he!

Hey Dinas

so no to the Deman Brush? Good to know– everyone raves about it

Cipriana

Hey Dina, you know I have heard rave opinions about the Deman Brush as well but for my hair the Deman brush is a disaster but this does not mean it doesn’t work well for others!

http://twitter.com/foxyrou R L Bonnet

I also heard the Tangle Teezer can cause split-ends. I don’t think anyone wants that problem.

http://twitter.com/tanishasings Tanisha Renée

it does.. I have it and I had to cut like 3 inches off… I knew it was too good to be true

Olivia

I use my fingers, when i wash my hair i definitely finger detangle its soothing for me, you can feel out the nooks & knots and just take your time to undo them…its easier on my scalp, combs tend to frighten me… i think about those days when my mum use to wash my hair & comb my hair with a comb while my hair was damp…it gives me the willies just remembering that lol you learn & grow. Finger detangling while my hair is dry is another story, i try not to do that, i try lol.

Olivia

I use my fingers, when i wash my hair i definitely finger detangle its soothing for me, you can feel out the nooks & knots and just take your time to undo them…its easier on my scalp, combs tend to frighten me… i think about those days when my mum use to wash my hair & comb my hair with a comb while my hair was damp…it gives me the willies just remembering that lol you learn & grow. Finger detangling while my hair is dry is another story, i try not to do that, i try lol.

http://twitter.com/annnoire Ann Noire

My hands and my wide tooth combs are my consistent keepers…I love to finger detangle in sections on long lazy days. The wide tooth helps with conditioner, usually after I do a light finger detangle.

http://twitter.com/annnoire Ann Noire

My hands and my wide tooth combs are my consistent keepers…I love to finger detangle in sections on long lazy days. The wide tooth helps with conditioner, usually after I do a light finger detangle.

Hey Dinas

ugh wish I read this last night– I used water and and wide tooth comb to untangle my 3 day old twist out/ conditioned over twist out …that I didn’t shampoo but was just going to untangling and re-twist for length– I want to go 2 weeks 3 weeks w/out shampoo!– and I had so0o0 much breaking.
My hair type is 3 c and i’m learning (after being natural for 7 years) & w/ my recent 3 inch hair cut (much needed) my roots are thicka thana snicka and my hair is really fragile. (one reason I will not me washing my hair often.
Though I’ve been natural since my 2nd yr of high school and I’m going into my 1st yr since my college graduation– I’ve dyed and flat ironed and blow dried like crazy– and I’ve recently vowed no chemicals (and no heat) (I’ve blow dried my hair once since February and I really don’t see much difference in air drying and stretching.) except that the latter doesn’t leave my hair brittle and thirsty. I’ll start weening myself off the combs and keep ya’ll updated on the results!

Cipriana

Yes I can relate! All that heat can really do damage to your strands and change your natural porosity levels. I am actually going to post something soon about porosity levels. I am happy you are weening yourself away from too much heat and as you can see your hair is responding in a healthy way. Just remember when you finger detangle be gentle, patient and detangle throughly with the aid of oils and please let us know of your results we would love to hear!

Hey Dinas

ugh wish I read this last night– I used water and and wide tooth comb to untangle my 3 day old twist out/ conditioned over twist out …that I didn’t shampoo but was just going to untangling and re-twist for length– I want to go 2 weeks 3 weeks w/out shampoo!– and I had so0o0 much breaking.
My hair type is 3 c and i’m learning (after being natural for 7 years) & w/ my recent 3 inch hair cut (much needed) my roots are thicka thana snicka and my hair is really fragile. (one reason I will not me washing my hair often.
Though I’ve been natural since my 2nd yr of high school and I’m going into my 1st yr since my college graduation– I’ve dyed and flat ironed and blow dried like crazy– and I’ve recently vowed no chemicals (and no heat) (I’ve blow dried my hair once since February and I really don’t see much difference in air drying and stretching.) except that the latter doesn’t leave my hair brittle and thirsty. I’ll start weening myself off the combs and keep ya’ll updated on the results!

Cipriana

Yes I can relate! All that heat can really do damage to your strands and change your natural porosity levels. I am actually going to post something soon about porosity levels. I am happy you are weening yourself away from too much heat and as you can see your hair is responding in a healthy way. Just remember when you finger detangle be gentle, patient and detangle throughly with the aid of oils and please let us know of your results we would love to hear!

Trin5265

Thank you for this post! I certainly do hope that in your kindness, you could find the time to make this one of your how to videos on your yt channel.^_^ I perfer to use my fingers always, but I’m only 13 months in and I’m not quite sure I’m doing it right cause lately I’ve seen a few broken hairs.

Cipriana

Thank you and yes, you took the thought right from my head. I will definitely make a youtube video on finger detangling

Trin5265

Thank you for this post! I certainly do hope that in your kindness, you could find the time to make this one of your how to videos on your yt channel.^_^ I perfer to use my fingers always, but I’m only 13 months in and I’m not quite sure I’m doing it right cause lately I’ve seen a few broken hairs.

Cipriana

Thank you and yes, you took the thought right from my head. I will definitely make a youtube video on finger detangling

Fabby11225

do u brush you hair ? or its just fingers styling all the way

Cipriana

Oooooh what is a brush? Lol no seriously I never use a brush but I use to use a wide tooth comb now I just finger detangle

Fabby11225

do u brush you hair ? or its just fingers styling all the way

Cipriana

Oooooh what is a brush? Lol no seriously I never use a brush but I use to use a wide tooth comb now I just finger detangle

DanaMichele

The night before my wash day, I saturate my hair with olive oil and put a plastic cap & hat on to sleep. Last Sunday when I woke up to wash my hair, I decided I would try to get rid of my shed hairs before I got in the shower to wash & condition to preserve hot water. I applied more oil to my hands & started this process, but also used my fingers to detangle my hair. I noticed it took less time to detangle my hair once I got in the shower & combed the conditioner through. I will definitely be incorporating finger detangling into my shed-hair routine.

Cipriana

Hey Dana I am such a HUGE fan of finger detangling, it really is a methoud I have found that really responds well to my hair. I’m glad it works for you as well. Also the pre poo helps tremendously in aiding in an easier detangling session as well so you go!

Cipriana

Ooops spelling correction, meant method, lol.

DanaMichele

The night before my wash day, I saturate my hair with olive oil and put a plastic cap & hat on to sleep. Last Sunday when I woke up to wash my hair, I decided I would try to get rid of my shed hairs before I got in the shower to wash & condition to preserve hot water. I applied more oil to my hands & started this process, but also used my fingers to detangle my hair. I noticed it took less time to detangle my hair once I got in the shower & combed the conditioner through. I will definitely be incorporating finger detangling into my shed-hair routine.

Cipriana

Hey Dana I am such a HUGE fan of finger detangling, it really is a methoud I have found that really responds well to my hair. I’m glad it works for you as well. Also the pre poo helps tremendously in aiding in an easier detangling session as well so you go!

Cipriana

Ooops spelling correction, meant method, lol.

Lulu

I got the hang of VERY patient finger detangling while I was relaxed and will probably stick to it as a natural…my hair is very short now so I don’t have to really worry about it for awhile. When my hair starts to get very full and long though, I can’t lie, I’ll probably rely more on a comb…

Lulu

Also just wanted to say I LOVE your blog…it’s really on point all around

Cipriana

Thank you so much Lulu and I hear you! I rely on my fingers to detangle so it can be tedious with more length involved that is why I detangle every week at the most every 2 weeks

roo08

I got the hang of VERY patient finger detangling while I was relaxed and will probably stick to it as a natural…my hair is very short now so I don’t have to really worry about it for awhile. When my hair starts to get very full and long though, I can’t lie, I’ll probably rely more on a comb…

roo08

Also just wanted to say I LOVE your blog…it’s really on point all around

Cipriana

Thank you so much Lulu and I hear you! I rely on my fingers to detangle so it can be tedious with more length involved that is why I detangle every week at the most every 2 weeks

http://twitter.com/_sarah_smile sarah yvonne

i tried finger detangling and, as gentle as i could, it felt as if i were ripping out my hair. now, a paddle brush works just fine to detangle my hair. maybe i’ll revisit when my hair gets longer.

Cipriana

Hey Sarah welcome back. Unfortunately since no two heads of hair are alike you have to take our personal journeys and cater them around your own hair and needs. Now a paddle brush on my hair does quite the opposite and rips my hair out the same as finger detangling does for you. Least you are listening to how your hair reacts so you know what works for you and what doesn’t.

http://twitter.com/_sarah_smile sarah vaughn

i tried finger detangling and, as gentle as i could, it felt as if i were ripping out my hair. now, a paddle brush works just fine to detangle my hair. maybe i’ll revisit when my hair gets longer.

Cipriana

Hey Sarah welcome back. Unfortunately since no two heads of hair are alike you have to take our personal journeys and cater them around your own hair and needs. Now a paddle brush on my hair does quite the opposite and rips my hair out the same as finger detangling does for you. Least you are listening to how your hair reacts so you know what works for you and what doesn’t.

Anonymous

Hey girl! Another finger detangler standing up! For one, I’m effin’ tenderheaded. It was always a nightmare for my mom tying to do my hair as a kid, while I’d cry and squirm. But now that I’M in charge, I think being tenderheaded is kind of useful. If something hurts, maybe you should, um, not do it? If you burn your hand, you pull it away from what burned you. So, why would I put up with repeated tugging and scalp pain, because I “have” to comb my hair out? The fact of the matter is, I don’t!

Now that I’m getting more used to the time commitment of finger detangling, the idea of yanking a comb through my hair seems more and more crazy, and I only do a comb detangle every 6-8 weeks, to clear out any trapped shed hair I may have missed. Been doing this since November. The end game is to be 100% comb free, eventually. I’m goin’ h.a.m. on the finger detangling in 2011, y’all!

Cipriana

Ahhhh Nefertiti a breath of fresh air, hey!!! Girl my sentiments exactly! Finger combing is a choice. A choice that works well for others like you and me but may be a foreign idea to others which is cool. All I know is that the comb was not invented the same time as the creation of man, lol.

anastasia

“All I know is that the comb was not invented the same time as the creation of man, lol. “ LOL, LOVE IT!!!

I’m hooked on the FD! I also find it to be a very sensual process….ya know, self-care, self-love, secrets of the ya ya sisterhood etc..

Cipriana

Haha, thank you :DDD I completely get why finger detangling is not for everyone but that everyone ain’t me, lol. I have to agree I think it is a very sensual experience and teaches you the ultimate meaning of patience besides having children that is, lol. Children tops the list!

http://hairitis.tumblr.com/ HairItIs

Hey girl! Another finger detangler standing up! For one, I’m effin’ tenderheaded. It was always a nightmare for my mom tying to do my hair as a kid, while I’d cry and squirm. But now that I’M in charge, I think being tenderheaded is kind of useful. If something hurts, maybe you should, um, not do it? If you burn your hand, you pull it away from what burned you. So, why would I put up with repeated tugging and scalp pain, because I “have” to comb my hair out? The fact of the matter is, I don’t!

Now that I’m getting more used to the time commitment of finger detangling, the idea of yanking a comb through my hair seems more and more crazy, and I only do a comb detangle every 6-8 weeks, to clear out any trapped shed hair I may have missed. Been doing this since November. The end game is to be 100% comb free, eventually. I’m goin’ h.a.m. on the finger detangling in 2011, y’all!

Cipriana

Ahhhh Nefertiti a breath of fresh air, hey!!! Girl my sentiments exactly! Finger combing is a choice. A choice that works well for others like you and me but may be a foreign idea to others which is cool. All I know is that the comb was not invented the same time as the creation of man, lol.

anastasia

“All I know is that the comb was not invented the same time as the creation of man, lol. “ LOL, LOVE IT!!!

I’m hooked on the FD! I also find it to be a very sensual process….ya know, self-care, self-love, secrets of the ya ya sisterhood etc..

Cipriana

Haha, thank you :DDD I completely get why finger detangling is not for everyone but that everyone ain’t me, lol. I have to agree I think it is a very sensual experience and teaches you the ultimate meaning of patience besides having children that is, lol. Children tops the list!

http://twitter.com/foxyrou R L Bonnet

I’ve been trying finger detangling for about a couple of months and I’ve been pretty successful at getting the tangles out of my hair. But, this morning when I was washing my hair and finger detangling, I noticed an excessive amount of tangles, so I go frustrated and used my wide-tooth comb. I’m usually pretty gentle when I pass a comb through my hair, so it was a painless event. In the end, I did not lose any noticeable hairs. Then, again, maybe I didn’t lose any hair because I finger detangled my locks before passing a comb through it.

Finger detangling works most of the time, but on rare occasions a good old wide-tooth comb is needed. Then again, I don’t have super-fine hair that breaks very easily. Also, for those who still wish to use a comb, it could be a good idea to use a comb that is saw-cut because the teeth are nice and smooth and will not snag your hair, like a typical comb you may find in the drugstore. You can usually find a saw-cut comb in a good beauty store.

http://twitter.com/foxyrou R L Bonnet

I’ve been trying finger detangling for about a couple of months and I’ve been pretty successful at getting the tangles out of my hair. But, this morning when I was washing my hair and finger detangling, I noticed an excessive amount of tangles, so I go frustrated and used my wide-tooth comb. I’m usually pretty gentle when I pass a comb through my hair, so it was a painless event. In the end, I did not lose any noticeable hairs. Then, again, maybe I didn’t lose any hair because I finger detangled my locks before passing a comb through it.

Finger detangling works most of the time, but on rare occasions a good old wide-tooth comb is needed. Then again, I don’t have super-fine hair that breaks very easily. Also, for those who still wish to use a comb, it could be a good idea to use a comb that is saw-cut because the teeth are nice and smooth and will not snag your hair, like a typical comb you may find in the drugstore. You can usually find a saw-cut comb in a good beauty store.

mangomadness

Another finger detangler here! *stand up to witness* A comb hasn’t touched my hair since October 2010. I finger detangle damp hair with oil before shapooing. I have noticed less breakage, splits and ssks with finger detangling. Also, detanging sessions are more enjoyable (esp. when I play some good backround music). I love finger detangling!

mangomadness

Another finger detangler here! *stand up to witness* A comb hasn’t touched my hair since October 2010. I finger detangle damp hair with oil before shapooing. I have noticed less breakage, splits and ssks with finger detangling. Also, detanging sessions are more enjoyable (esp. when I play some good backround music). I love finger detangling!

http://www.paigetheblogger.com paige

great post!!!

i hear of so many naturals using brushes & it makes me almost cringe in horror. at the mo, I use a wide tooth comb – but may consider finger tangling when my hair gets long enough.

I attempted to finger detangle two weeks ago and it was a disaster!! I hear so many positive things about finger detangling and I want to be apart of the finger detangling club but I just can’t get a handle of it! I just use my trusty denman brush.

Cipriana

Well it is good that you tried something and knew right away it would not work for you than rather trying to make it work because of someone else’s success. That is the beauty of our hair that it is so different. Now if I tried to run a Denman through my hair …… wait I wouldn’t even be able to run it through if it was detangled. That brush would simply snap, lol.

clare k

I attempted to finger detangle two weeks ago and it was a disaster!! I hear so many positive things about finger detangling and I want to be apart of the finger detangling club but I just can’t get a handle of it! I just use my trusty denman brush.

Cipriana

Well it is good that you tried something and knew right away it would not work for you than rather trying to make it work because of someone else’s success. That is the beauty of our hair that it is so different. Now if I tried to run a Denman through my hair …… wait I wouldn’t even be able to run it through if it was detangled. That brush would simply snap, lol.

http://twitter.com/NaturalBrit27 CorinnaRuth

i Must detangle my hair every night or it tangles near the roots very fast! I use a wide tooth comb, and Always a small amount of water. When I’m relaxing & I have spare time I will ‘play’ with my hair, which is separating the strands with my fingers.

http://twitter.com/NaturalBrit27 CorinnaRuth

i Must detangle my hair every night or it tangles near the roots very fast! I use a wide tooth comb, and Always a small amount of water. When I’m relaxing & I have spare time I will ‘play’ with my hair, which is separating the strands with my fingers.

Leeyung1

I’ve always finger combed and when I tell anyone that I don’t ‘comb’ (meaning in the traditional sense) me or my daughter’s hair you can imagine the horrified looks I get. But, I have seen signifigant growth in her hair and those people will be eating their words in short order when they continue to see even more lengths as I ‘baby’ (gently handle) her hair. I feel that a comb is blind and can’t detect where tangles are until like Cipriana said it’s too late and snap.
With finger detangling dry hair, one really can feel where the tangles are and gently erradicate them. When I Denman brush my hair wet, I can hear and feel it snap and with growth as the agenda that just aint gonna cut it for me.
Each person has a different hair type; so, each person’s hair can handle different ‘treatment’ but for someone like me with super fine strands and extremely dry hair finger combing to retain length is the way to go!

Cipriana

Yes that is the most important factor: everyone’s hair is different therefore can handle certain ways of treating your hair. Perfectly well said

Leeyung1

I’ve always finger combed and when I tell anyone that I don’t ‘comb’ (meaning in the traditional sense) me or my daughter’s hair you can imagine the horrified looks I get. But, I have seen signifigant growth in her hair and those people will be eating their words in short order when they continue to see even more lengths as I ‘baby’ (gently handle) her hair. I feel that a comb is blind and can’t detect where tangles are until like Cipriana said it’s too late and snap.
With finger detangling dry hair, one really can feel where the tangles are and gently erradicate them. When I Denman brush my hair wet, I can hear and feel it snap and with growth as the agenda that just aint gonna cut it for me.
Each person has a different hair type; so, each person’s hair can handle different ‘treatment’ but for someone like me with super fine strands and extremely dry hair finger combing to retain length is the way to go!

Cipriana

Yes that is the most important factor: everyone’s hair is different therefore can handle certain ways of treating your hair. Perfectly well said

RubyCurlGirl

I need to do more finger detangling because when I use a comb I have 3-4 huge balls of hair that end up in the wastebasket! No matter how gentle I am.

RubyCurlGirl

I need to do more finger detangling because when I use a comb I have 3-4 huge balls of hair that end up in the wastebasket! No matter how gentle I am.

Monniej01

i’m going to have to try much harder to make finger detangling work for me. right now my hair and scalp are in a super sensitive state because of my eczema and i’m shedding so much hair it’s scary. i finger detangle in the shower and it works great, but i keep picking up the comb for styling and that’s when the trouble starts! i have to figure out something because i can see my scalp through my hair! *smh*

Monniej01

i’m going to have to try much harder to make finger detangling work for me. right now my hair and scalp are in a super sensitive state because of my eczema and i’m shedding so much hair it’s scary. i finger detangle in the shower and it works great, but i keep picking up the comb for styling and that’s when the trouble starts! i have to figure out something because i can see my scalp through my hair! *smh*

Embracing Natural

Please…please…pretty please do a video on finger detangling soon. My texture is very similar to yours. I’ve tried every detangling tool on the market, and they all break off my hair. I’ve been giving finger detangling a try but I end up with major knots, tangles, and matting near my roots. I can’t figure out the proper technique to finger detangle successfully. Yesterday I was on the verge on just cutting all my hair off. I retain more length by finger detangling, but end up having to cut my length due to tangling and knots. I really want finger detangling to work, but I need some serious help! I would love to see how you do it successfully especially with the length of your hair. Love your blog btw.

Embracing Natural

Please…please…pretty please do a video on finger detangling soon. My texture is very similar to yours. I’ve tried every detangling tool on the market, and they all break off my hair. I’ve been giving finger detangling a try but I end up with major knots, tangles, and matting near my roots. I can’t figure out the proper technique to finger detangle successfully. Yesterday I was on the verge on just cutting all my hair off. I retain more length by finger detangling, but end up having to cut my length due to tangling and knots. I really want finger detangling to work, but I need some serious help! I would love to see how you do it successfully especially with the length of your hair. Love your blog btw.

Deedee4582

Finger detangling vs. THE COMB! (lol) Ok so here’s a something I’d like to throw in. At a whim. Totally unexpected but all viewpoints have to be considered right? So here I go confessing… I do both. AAH! Yup! Sure do. Both finger detangling and with the comb. In that order. Instead of using a comb and ripping through my freshly washed hair loaded with conditioner, I use my fingers in the first stage… dead hairs will naturally come out anyway just cause they are there. However, with me I’m afraid that the ones I miss will stay in my hair and cause even more tangles or knots. Nothing like dead hair wrapping it’s unforgiving grip around a healthy strand. So after I use my fingers I use a wide tooth or a detangling comb to make sure I get all of the dead hair and knots removed. I continue to be gentle which is not hard cause being that I already finger detangled, passing the comb through it’s difficult. You still have to be careful cause it is after all a comb. But I find that I do not loose that many hairs. Which is good. So there you have it. I do both. This is only done on wash days, however, so that means I comb my hair through about once every 1 1/2 weeks. On co wash, finger detangling only.

Finger detangling vs. THE COMB! (lol) Ok so here’s a something I’d like to throw in. At a whim. Totally unexpected but all viewpoints have to be considered right? So here I go confessing… I do both. AAH! Yup! Sure do. Both finger detangling and with the comb. In that order. Instead of using a comb and ripping through my freshly washed hair loaded with conditioner, I use my fingers in the first stage… dead hairs will naturally come out anyway just cause they are there. However, with me I’m afraid that the ones I miss will stay in my hair and cause even more tangles or knots. Nothing like dead hair wrapping it’s unforgiving grip around a healthy strand. So after I use my fingers I use a wide tooth or a detangling comb to make sure I get all of the dead hair and knots removed. I continue to be gentle which is not hard cause being that I already finger detangled, passing the comb through it’s difficult. You still have to be careful cause it is after all a comb. But I find that I do not loose that many hairs. Which is good. So there you have it. I do both. This is only done on wash days, however, so that means I comb my hair through about once every 1 1/2 weeks. On co wash, finger detangling only.

I’ve had a horrible time with keeping my hair detangeled. So much that I would just cut the knots out sometimes. I started using this product called Hair Tease about 6 months ago and I love it! My hair is much more manageable after I wash it and it doesn’t break off when I comb it. It’s pretty much replaced my regular conditioner. I haven’t seen my hair this healthy since I was a kid. You can check it out here… http://www.thehairtease.com

Dennise Hackett

I’ve had a horrible time with keeping my hair detangeled. So much that I would just cut the knots out sometimes. I started using this product called Hair Tease about 6 months ago and I love it! My hair is much more manageable after I wash it and it doesn’t break off when I comb it. It’s pretty much replaced my regular conditioner. I haven’t seen my hair this healthy since I was a kid. You can check it out here… http://www.thehairtease.com

Nekiwa07

Ive been finger detangling but i dont think ive been doing it right. I dry detangle with evco. This time, i finger detangle, washed, dc’d and Apple cider vinegar rinsed and to my dismay, there were so many tangles of i believe trapped shed hair. Idk if im doing it right or not. It takes so many hours. ….i would love your help or a video on your dry detangle method?

Shelly Slader

We had this discussion at my Oakville dental clinic. We all decided that it was better to use the fingers.